Ed Evans
Edward Evans (born February 9, 1959) is an American politician and former teacher. He is a Democratic member of the West Virginia House of Delegates from the 4th district.[1][2]
Ed Evans | |
|---|---|
| Member of the West Virginia House of Delegates from the 26th district | |
| Assumed office December 1, 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Clif Moore |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 9, 1959 Beckley, West Virginia, US |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Lynda Evans |
| Education | BA, 1982, Glenville State College |
Early life
Evans was born on February 9, 1959, in Beckley, West Virginia to parents Mason and Eddie Jane Evans. He was educated at Woodrow Wilson High School and graduated from Glenville State College in 1982.[3]
Career
Upon graduating from college, Evans joined the faculty at Mount View High School as a science teacher. During his tenure at the school, he was elected president of the West Virginia Science Teacher's Association, served on the executive board of the Buckskin Council Boy Scouts of America, and was the president of the Welch Kiwanis Club. In 2008, he was the recipient of America’s Top Science Teacher during a two day competition at Goddard Space Flight Center.[4] In 2016, Evans ran as a member of the Democratic to be elected into the West Virginia House of Delegates, beating Brian Harrison.[5]
References
- "Ed Evans (D - McDowell, 26)". wvlegislature.gov. Retrieved January 16, 2021.
- Boothe, Charle (November 4, 2020). "Del. Ed Evans wins 26th District by slim margin". Bluefield Daily Telegraph. Retrieved January 16, 2021.
- "West Virginia House of Delegates Ed Evans". wvlegislature.gov. Retrieved January 16, 2021.
- Owens, Charles (October 8, 2008). "Evans named 'America's Top Science Teacher'". Bluefield Daily Telegraph. Retrieved January 16, 2021.
- "West Virginia House of Delegates 26th District Results: Ed Evans Wins". The New York Times. August 1, 2017. Retrieved January 16, 2021.